The Doll Maker

Once there was A talented doll maker. He made lots of dolls That were for children Once day he made a doll Which he kept for himself. He made it beautiful, Just like his late wife. First he made her skin, White as a shiny pearl. Her eyes were buttons, Dark as the midnight sky. Her hair was yarn, Red as the midday sun. Then he gave her a dress, Light green, her favorite color. White flats were her shoes To protect her feet. And don’t forget the sunhat, With a black ribbon around the band. He’d let her watch him Whenever he worked. And when he was not working, She’d sit on his bed. He was very happy, Even after death, And the doll Remained by his side.

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